six-figure
Americanadjective
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amounting to or worth more than 100,000 but less than 1,000,000 dollars or other currency.
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containing six digits.
Other Word Forms
- multi-six-figure adjective
- six-figures noun
Example Sentences
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Plentiful jobs and potential six-figure incomes are luring workers to one sector.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Dr Nina Willment, an associate researcher at the University of York, estimates that a content creator with Zhou's following could comfortably earn a six-figure salary combined from all platforms.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
But Kirk remained employed with the Sheriff’s Department for months afterward, collecting benefits and a six-figure salary.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026
A struggling teacher wants to earn a six-figure salary.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 10, 2026
If not, then your family received a six-figure settlement plus a monthly pension.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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